Physical and Medical Standards in the Indian Air Force

Are you a candidate looking to join the Indian Air Force? If so, you’re in the perfect spot. Applicants must comply with the Physical and Medical Standards in the Indian Air Force after successfully clearing the written examination. Candidates must maintain fitness in all areas, with varying standards for males and females. This blog will cover the physical and medical criteria set by the Indian Air Force. Read through the entire blog to prepare yourself thoroughly.

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Required Height For Males and Females in the Indian Air Force

Medical boards have set specific height standards for male and female applicants seeking to join the Indian Air Force.

Male applicants need to be a minimum of 157.5 cm tall.
Female applicants must be at least 152 cm tall.

It is important to mention that candidates from the northeastern region or hilly areas, such as Gorkhas, Kumaonies, Garhwalis, and Assamese, are eligible for a height relaxation of up to 5 cm.

Weight Criteria – Physical Standards in the Indian Air Force for Males and Females

CASB has set a specific weight criterion for both males and females to join the Indian Air Force.

Male:

Weight chart for males in the Indian Air Force:

Age/ Height (cm)	15	16	18	20	22	24	26	28
152	43	44	45	46	47	48	48	49
155	44	45	46	47	49	50	50	51
157	45	46	47	49	50	51	51	52
160	46	47	48	50	51	52	53	53
162	47	48	50	52	53	54	54	55
165	48	50	52	53	55	56	56	57
168	51	52	53	55	57	58	58	58
170	52	53	55	57	58	59	60	60
173	54	55	57	59	60	61	62	62
175	56	57	59	61	62	62	63	64
178	58	59	61	62	63	64	65	66
180	60	61	62	64	65	66	67	68
183	62	63	65	67	67	68	70	71
185		66	67	69	70	71	72	73
188		68	70	71	72	74	75	76
190		70	72	73	74	76	78	79
193		72	74	76	77	78	80	81
195		75	77	78	79	81	82	83

Female:

Weight chart for females to join the Indian Air Force:

Age/ Height (cm)	17-18	20	25	30
148	36	38.5	41	42.5
150	38.5	40.5	41.5	43.5
153	40.5	42	43.5	45.5
155	42	43	44.5	46
158	43	45	46.5	48
160	45	46	47.5	49
163	46	47.5	49	50.5
165	47.5	49	51	52
168	49	50	52	54
170	50	51	53	55
173	52	53	55	56
175	53.5	55	56.5	57.5

Candidates from hilly areas or the northeastern region will receive some relaxation based on their body measurements.

Chest – Medical Standards in the Air Force for Both Males and Females

Medical boards have established minimum chest requirements for both males and females.
Both males and females are expected to have a well-formed chest. For male candidates, a minimum chest expansion of 5 cm is required during inhalation.

Important Note: The following guidelines apply to chest measurements taken using instruments:

Readings less than 0.5 cm will be recorded as 0.0 cm.
A reading of exactly 0.5 cm will be recorded as 0.5 cm.
Readings greater than 0.5 cm will be recorded as 1 cm.

Vision Criteria For Males and Females in the Indian Air Force

The candidate must satisfy the specified vision requirements. There are two branches: Executive and Technical, each with distinct vision standards. The candidate must satisfy the specified vision requirements.

Executive Branch

Criteria	NDA/10+2 /INA/ Aviation	GSES/ NCC (Spl)/ SCC (GSX) Hydro	NAIC	Law/ Logo/ EDU	ATC
Uncorrected Vision	6/6,6/9	6/12,6/12	6/60,6/60	6/60,6/60	6/9,6/9
Corrected Vision	6/6,6/6	6/6,6/6	6/6,6/12	6/6,6/12	6/6,6/6
Limits of Myopia	-0.75	-1.5	-3.5	-3.5	-0.75
Limits of Hypermetropia	1.5	1.5	3.5	3.5	3
Limits of Colour Perception	I	I	II	III	II
Binocular Vision	III	III	III	II	III

Technical Branch

Criteria	Common Entry 10+2 (INAC)	Graduate Entry (UNIV/ SSC)	Naval Constructor/ Architect
Uncorrected Vision without glasses	6/6,6/9	6/24,6/24	6/60,6/60
Corrected Vision with glasses	6/6,6/6	6/6,6/6	6/12,6/12
Limits of Myopia	-0.75	-3.5	-3.5
Limits of Hypermetropia	1.5	3.5	3.5
Binocular Vision	III	III	III
Limits of Colour Perception	I	II	II

Physical Conditions

The Medical Boards have outlined particular physical criteria for both males and females aspiring to join the Indian Air Force.

Earwax is not allowed.
Candidates must be free of any skin disorders, including acne vulgaris, warts, or fungal infections.
There should be no dental issues, including temporary fillings, and at least 14 dental points are required.
Candidates must not have experienced a hernia or abdominal surgery in the last year.
Conditions like hydrocele, varicocele, or haemorrhoids are not permissible.
Any issues affecting the bones and joints will lead to immediate disqualification.
A history of mental breakdowns or seizures is a disqualifying factor.
Sufficient hearing ability is essential.
Any signs of functional or structural heart and vascular diseases will result in rejection.
Blood pressure levels must fall within the normal range.
Tattoos are strictly forbidden, except on the inner forearms and the back or palm; however, there is an exemption for tribal groups regarding their religious tattoos.
Please make sure you comply with these standards before submitting your application.

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Conclusion

The text outlines the physical and medical standards required by the Air Force for both male and female candidates. Candidates need to meet all these requirements to ensure they are physically and medically fit. These criteria are established by the Air Force’s medical boards. If you have any related questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Parmanu Defence Academy at 8445901901.